https://movieweb.com The latest movie news, trailers, reviews, and more. Thu, 10 Aug 2023 19:30:24 GMT en-US hourly 60 Pretty much everyone loves a good laugh. Ever since we could etch words into clay, people have written comedy skits and cracked lame puns and dirty jokes for the enjoyment of others. It's a good way to relieve stress, and it's a fantastic means to reconnect with others. And, if Patch Adams is to be believed, it's also the best medicine. After a successful rebranding, the streaming service Max is back with even more comedic films for an uproarious day off.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:20:29 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-comedies-on-hbo-max-watch-now/ This past May, the HBO Max streaming service rebranded as Max, creating a single platform offering content from the many entertainment companies under the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) corporate umbrella. By dropping "HBO" from the name, WBD hoped to highlight that the new Max service was more than just films, with thousands of hours of programming from networks including HGTV, TLC, Food Network, and The Travel Channel. With 18 "hubs" of categorized content, there is now literally something for everyone on the expanded streaming platform.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:02:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-movies-to-watch-hbo-max/ Maybe it's a Sunday night and you're looking for something funny to watch. Maybe you just got dumped and are looking for a little comedic relief. Maybe you are a budding, up-and-coming comedian and want some much-needed inspiration. Whatever the reason, if you've got a Max subscription, there's something for everyone in this list of the top stand-up comedy specials on the streamer.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 16:51:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-stand-up-comedy-specials-hbo-max/ When it comes to prestige television, HBO is leading the pack. There are few channels or streaming services that have the same level of association between their brand and good TV. So, when Warner Bros. Discovery, the owner of HBO, decided to rebrand the streaming service from HBO Max to just Max, many fans were confused. They argued that they wanted Max to be known for not just great TV, but also more digestible shows and daytime TV. Deciding to distance themselves from their biggest selling point — making good TV — is an odd move, but what matters is that HBO is alive and well and still putting out great work.

]]> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 19:30:24 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-shows-highest-rating-rotten-tomatoes/ In the streaming wars, it's hard to find a service that's still reliable in regard to genre films. Excessive original content and franchises have rendered the biggest names generic when viewers try to find something of value, and some of them aren't that extensive in content. After HBO evolved to Max, we were afraid the change was going to have a negative effect on what titles they offered in the past.

]]> Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:08:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-sci-fi-movies-max/ Max is one of the most important streaming platforms worldwide today, with a wide selection of series and movies to watch. So, you’re sure to always find something entertaining in its catalog, no matter what you are looking for.

]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2023 23:10:24 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-pride-movies-on-hbo-max-watch-right-now/ When HBO launched in the 1970s, it primarily broadcasted theatrical films and sporting events during select hours. It was only available in certain areas of the United States and around New York City, where it was based. In 1975, the network began broadcasting in every state, which significantly increased its visibility. It wasn't until Warner Media acquired HBO that its ambitious original programming began. In the present, that is what HBO is best known for.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 21:15:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-shows-underrated/ It's movie night on the weekend. No more work for a couple of days, everyone's tired after a busy week, and the children will probably go to bed early or hang out in a pajama party that hopefully, you won't have to host. Your partner in crime is only expecting you to open the wine if you're not a bloodsucking vampire or make popcorn if Ghostface doesn't call first. The latest addition to the family comes in the form of HBO's streaming service, Max.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 15:27:05 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-horror-movies-max/ Full Circle is a miniseries currently airing on Max and premiered on July 13, 2023, at this year's Triceba Festival. It’s directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Ed Solomon and has been acclaimed by audiences since its first episode.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 23:15:45 GMT https://movieweb.com/full-circle-cast-character-guide/ For fans of war movies, Max is a must-have streaming service, as the combined film libraries of HBO and Turner Classic Movies (TCM), with some Criterion Collection masterpieces sprinkled in as well, provide a number of great choices. Among the over 2,200 films currently available to stream on Max are some classic films of the genre, including several from the American Film Institute's Top 100 Films of All Time. They include war films from Hollywood's golden age, as well as modern masterpieces from legendary directors.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 04:11:24 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-war-movies-hbo-max-watch-now/ When it comes to true crime, there's no comparison to HBO's approach when they started producing films. They were the first that dared to show everything. Everything was allowed on cable TV. But they also pushed to tell the stories that represented challenges in other studios. A great example of this is their groundbreaking series called America Undercover. This is where subjects like abortion, drug addiction, and crimes, were first shown on television as part of a reality the regular media didn't dare to touch.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:44:41 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-true-crime-documentaries-hbo-max/ The current discourse on films being too long, and people getting annoyed by films with a running time of three hours, is very funny. Stories are not the same all the time, so perhaps some of them have to use more footage. There's also the storytelling style of filmmakers and the manipulative hands of studios that want more and more all the time. In any case, if you hate long films, we can't imagine you during the 2000s were TV series went for more than 23 episodes a season. If you simply don't care for TV shows, we can honestly say you may be missing out.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:43:18 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-limited-series-hbo-max/ HBO's rise to the power it's become today came by innovating the very idea of cable television, with an early proposal by founder Charles Dolan, codenamed "The Green Channel" that would revolutionize the way we watch television. Dolan, later to become an owner of the New York Knicks and Cablevision, created a new idea in television — the first subscription-based cable enterprise that would show licensed movies in unedited versions on their channel. By the mid-'70s, HBO began regularly producing their own original entertainment, creating an early model for what would become the premium series of today. Despite some major hurdles as the property changed hands, then merged with Cinemax to create today's streaming platform, HBO has consistently churned out award-winning original series across multiple genres.

]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 16:51:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-series-to-watch-before-you-die/ HBO is famous for creating some of television’s most critically-lauded and groundbreaking programs, with its hilarious comedies being no exception. The premium cable network has been delivering captivating content for the small screen for decades, providing audiences all across the world with endless entertainment. Some of Hollywood’s most dynamic and diverse performers have had a hand in sidesplitting comedies on HBO, firmly establishing the platform as a leading force in the comedy genre. From Ricky Gervais to Sacha Baron Cohen, Danny McBride to Issa Rae, the network has a brilliant way of utilizing its tremendously talented stars.

]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2023 19:47:09 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-12-funniest-hbo-shows-of-all-time/ HBO Max is one of the biggest streaming services in the world at the moment. Between all the top-tier HBO shows like The Last of Us and The White Lotus and their repertoire of classic film, there's a lot to love on the service. There's so much content in fact that there is certainly also a huge contingent of titles that is going under seen and undervalued in the depths of the service's catalog. A few years of original movies, documentaries, and shows tend to pile up, so even the most ardent fans and frequent users of HBO Max will have undoubtedly passed over a batch of quality content. We're going to try and remedy that with this list.

]]> Sat, 11 Mar 2023 19:00:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-movies-underrated/ Home Box Office, more commonly known and referred to as HBO, kicked off its pay television network in 1972 and has been a powerhouse player in the entertainment industry ever since. Beginning in the early '90s the network began producing original comedy series to run alongside its stand-up comedy special, and documentaries that the network had become known for. In the following two plus decades, the network would make some of the funniest and innovative television programs in history. Let's examine the best HBO original comedy series.

]]> Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-hbo-original-comedy-series/ Whether audiences are looking for a romance film to watch with friends, on their lonesome, or with their partners, the advent of streaming allows viewers to find their favorites, dive into classics for the first time, and simply enjoy the holiday in their special way. This year, HBO Max offers an exquisite selection of films that will surely get viewers in the mood for love, but maybe not always in the way they may think.

]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2023 21:35:28 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-romance-movies-hbo-max-2023/ HBO joined the likes of Netflix and Hulu when it created its own streaming service: HBO Max. While the streaming service is still comparatively young, HBO itself vastly predates its streaming competitors, and Warner Bros. owns a ton of films which are exclusively on the streaming platform.

]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 15:38:53 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-original-movies-2022/ HBO is perhaps best known for producing and airing some of the most popular and outstanding television series. With a long history of delivering high-quality and original content, it's no surprise that many of the most-watched HBO series have become cultural phenomena, captivating audiences and earning a devoted fan base. From blockbuster fantasy dramas to thought-provoking comedies, HBO series represent some of the best works the company has to offer and are sure to appeal to a wide range of viewers.

]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2023 02:05:39 GMT https://movieweb.com/most-watched-hbo-series/ 2022 on HBO and HBO Max was nothing short of exciting. From long-awaited revivals and returns to brand-new, refreshing content, the channel and its streaming counterpart provided viewers with a lovely assortment of shows that cured our hunger for quality television. Captivating comedies, delectable dramas, and simply sensational slice-of-life content awaited users this year. It would only be fair to give a few of them their flowers before the year closes out.

]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2022 21:00:45 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-hbo-tv-2022/ The holidays are right around the corner, and with December upon us HBO Max has released their new line-up of buzzed about films making their debuts. The popular streaming platform is getting a colorful selection of new releases, and audiences are in for a treat with the incoming titles. Whether you’re in the mood for a comedy thriller, festive Christmas flick or captivating documentary, the subscription service is sure to have a little something for everyone.

]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2022 12:06:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/movies-hbo-max-december-2022/ HBO is the longest-running subscription television service in the U.S. It has been active since its launch in 1972. Owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, HBO is known for its varied catalog of theatrically-released movies and original TV series, as well as its made-for-TV movies, documentaries, kids programs, and more. Per Variety's report in August 2022, Warner Bros. Discovery boasts a subscriber count of 92.1 million worldwide (this includes HBO, HBO Max, and Discovery+ combined).

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2022 00:00:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-expensive-tv-shows/ November will start with a bang as the holiday season kicks off in full swing. HBO Max has a fresh catalog of movies coming to the service this month, perfect for a cozy movie night at home. With old classics ready to watch, whole franchises that you can binge, and even a few new Christmas additions, there’s plenty here waiting for you to enjoy.

]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2022 01:03:23 GMT https://movieweb.com/movies-hbo-max-november-2022/ As fall finally settles in to give us some reprieve from the heat of the summer, it means another month has gone by. A new month means a new set of movies to come to each of the streaming services, including HBO Max. There are plenty of new shows and movies coming to the service this month. However, if you’re looking for something spooky for Halloween, there aren’t really any new horror movies coming to the service other than Trick or Treat Scooby-Doo! which can be streamed on Oct. 18th, four days after airing on Cartoon Network.

]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:47:58 GMT https://movieweb.com/movies-hbo-max-october-2022/ HBO has been producing some of the best content for television for years. From HBO's scripted shows like Succession, Big Little Lies, and Euphoria to its world-class documentaries like The Loving Story and Going Clear, HBO has continued to provide audiences with binge-worthy programming for decades. Now, subscribers of HBO’s streaming service HBO Max have access to all the content HBO has been putting out for years.

]]> Wed, 07 Sep 2022 21:42:06 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-hbo-documentaries/ The list of what’s coming to HBO Max this September has finally released, bringing with it a large range of movies both old and new. From movies old enough to still be filmed in black and white to movies released just this year, there’s a lot of new content coming to sort through.

]]> Sun, 28 Aug 2022 02:51:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/movies-hbo-max-september/ Following leads, speaking to witnesses, and making highly astute connections are a few elements that are a part of a good detective story. Being able to follow a detective and solve what appears to be an impossible case is thrilling to watch, along with the character development unfolding alongside the mysteries and drama. From adaptations of well-known books to original stories, detective series have flooded the small screen for quite a while, including on one of the biggest channels today, HBO.

]]> Mon, 01 Aug 2022 20:04:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-best-original-crime-shows-detective/ While shuffling around the movies available on any given service is never unusual, HBO Max has a long list of movies leaving the service this month. As they make room for their new arrivals and as their contracts end, not only are many popular movies leaving the service, but some entire franchises will no longer be there. If you’ve been relying on this service for some of your favorite movies, you’re going to want to double-check they aren’t set to leave before you get a chance to watch them.

]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2022 18:31:07 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-harry-potter-movies-leaving-in-august/ HBO Max has a whole new lineup of movies ready to come your way this coming August. From older movies that were filmed in black and white, to movies as new as last year, there are all kinds of films for you to choose from for your usual entertainment. There’s never a dull moment for your movie nights here.

]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:15:41 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-movies-coming-to-hbo-max-in-august-2022/ A24 is an American independent entertainment company that was founded in 2012; since it burst onto the scene, they have been known for a wide variety of films, often aiming for smaller-scale movies from the Sundance film festival and wanting movies from a certain point of view. They've specialized in some elevated horror movies, but at the same time have brought the world a variety of highbrow dramas.

]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2022 20:22:30 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-a24-movies-august-best/ Barry is a very fun and unique show. It’s a crime drama riddled with dark humor, thrills, and suspense with a thick comedic undertone — thanks to creators Bill Hader (Saturday Night Live) and Alec Berg (Seinfeld). The show premiered on HBO in 2018 and stars Hader as Barry Berkman, an ex-military hitman from Cleveland who travels to L.A. for a job but ends up joining an acting class presented by the infamous Gene Cousineau (Henry Winkler). Upon stumbling into the acting class, Barry begins to question his life choices and decides he wants to pursue acting, while simultaneously balancing his life of crime.

]]> Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:45:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/barry-characters-ranked-likable/ As summer 2022 heats up, it’s natural to be thinking about what new movies you’ll watch during those too-hot days. If you have HBO Max, you’ll probably be wondering what movies the service will be offering you next, especially with their already diverse collection. The streaming service has quickly become one of the best around; in a Glamour article by Carrie Witmer and Elizabeth Logan, HBO Max is described as “expensive, charming, and unpredictable” and always presenting something unexpected.

]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:09:22 GMT https://movieweb.com/movies-coming-to-hbo-max-in-july-2022/ HBO Max has quite a few movie contracts ending in July. This means the movies will no longer be shown on the platform to make room for new ones they will be bringing in throughout August, or even later months too. When these contracts end, the movie might get picked up by another platform willing to sign on and keep them around their services for a while, or they could float around without a platform to host them for a while.

]]> Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:41:34 GMT https://movieweb.com/whats-leaving-hbo-max-in-july-2022/ As another month comes to a close, it’s time for new catalog of updates for many of the popular streaming services. HBO Max has a list of everything leaving the service this June, so now is your last chance to watch those movies on this streaming platform before they move somewhere else. However, as these movies leave, a whole new list of films joins the service, bringing a fresh stock of new all new adventures and drama to enjoy.

]]> Fri, 27 May 2022 17:09:28 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-movies-coming-to-hbo-max-june-2022/ HBO is famous for creating critically acclaimed and thought-provoking content that captures the attention of audiences across the world. The American premium network has been consistently releasing high-quality programs and films since its conception in 1972, becoming the oldest and longest running television subscription service in the United States. Many of the entertainment industry’s most renowned and revered shows have called the network home, with some of Hollywood’s finest performers, visionaries, writers and directors turning to HBO to produce their content. The 2010s were a lucrative period for the TV pioneer that yielded groundbreaking and lauded programs, many of which taking the form of a miniseries.

]]> Tue, 24 May 2022 14:42:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-hbo-miniseries-of-the-2010s/ Yasujiro Ozu is one of the best Japanese filmmakers to date. His attention to detail and ability to combine heavy topics with light-hearted humor make his works just as enjoyable to audiences today as when they were first released (although we may need to overlook some gender stereotypes present in the culture at his time).

]]> Wed, 18 May 2022 20:17:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-yasujiro-ozu-films/ HBO Max has quickly become a front runner for new award-winning TV series and miniseries. The start of 2022 has given viewers a reason to tune to the streaming service, with the return of the record-breaking season 2 of Euphoria and new series like Tokyo Vice, starring Ansel Elgort. Since its onset in 2020, the streaming service has served as a platform that hosts both throwback shows and new originals. Miniseries are a popular format for HBO originals, which is a trend we will continue to see for many of the 2022 releases. In fact, two of the highly-anticipated shows for May are miniseries that are based on either a novel or a true crime event.

]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2022 22:00:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-tv-series-may-2022/ As April ends, its rainy weather hopefully leaving with it, it’s time for streaming services such as HBO Max to change their catalogs. Some of their movie and show contracts are ending, meaning they will be removed from the service, but others are just beginning, getting added to HBO Max throughout the month of May. They might not all come on the first day, but there’s still a lot of new material they are adding for you to enjoy.

]]> Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:53:38 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-movies-on-hbo-max-may-2022/ Despite being relatively new, HBO Max seems to be one platform that attracts numerous viewers. One key reason for its popularity is the novel and unique TV shows they seem to create. There have been some groundbreaking HBO series. Additionally, the different genres the platform has achieved is definitely a huge pro that brings in a lot of fans. From shows on important topics to that tackle taboos and comedy shows that gives the viewer a good laugh, HBO Max has some interesting series.

]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2022 18:59:01 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-shows/ When HBO Max launched in 2020, like any other streaming service, what began as a platform for well-known movies became home to a collection of original content. HBO Max’s partnership with Warner Brothers allows DC fans to have a special place to watch their favorite superhero movies. It gives Potterheads a spot to binge all eight Harry Potter movies. It gives people the chance to rewatch movies they can’t find on other services. Plus, the same-day release plan, which ended in 2022, originally gave viewers the option of traveling to the theater or watching a movie from the comfort of their own home. But other than Warner-specific films or movies in general, HBO Max has also got a heap of its own TV shows.

]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2022 18:00:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/hbo-max-tv-series/ As enthusiastic viewers find new avenues to stream a plethora of recently released content, the most innovative aspect of HBO Max entails its ability to stream a combination of new theatrical films, as well as already established content, from any portable smart device, at any time. Ranging from original, in-house content to third party projects, the HBO Max pallet is both diverse and wide in variety.

]]> Thu, 24 Mar 2022 20:23:06 GMT https://movieweb.com/new-movies-on-hbo-max-exclusively/ For those of you who thoroughly enjoy watching an expansive range of both past releases and current content, HBO Max is a go-to source of fulfillment. Up 23% in its total viewership (with an established set of 73.8 million global subscribers by the end of 2021), the premium streaming platform features 10,000 hours of premium content. From new and notable HBO Max original programming like its second-most watched series Euphoria, to acclaimed original content from the HBO network and movies and TV from the programming vaults, HBO Max never stops short at delivering the most sought after projects to its massive viewership.

]]> Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:45:11 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-movies-on-hbo-max/ Though Zack Snyder's Justice League will be released as a four-hour-long single feature cut; the film will be an amalgamation of six different chapters, with each chapter focusing on a single significant aspect of the script. Earlier, Zack Snyder revealed two of these six titles on his social media, but now, official handles for the Snyder Cut have posted all six chapter titles for the film. The six chapters titles divide the overall narrative into six parts, with each comprising six different subplots, ultimately joined together to form the Snyder Cut.

]]> Fri, 05 Mar 2021 00:20:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/justice-league-snyder-cut-chapter-titles-explained/ The past year has been devastating. The world continues to reel from the tragic effects of the novel coronavirus. The film industry was decimated by the pandemic. Theaters are still closed across vast metropolitan regions of the country. As of December 29th, the total domestic box office for the top 272 releases total a paltry $1.37 billion dollars. That is a staggering $10 billion dollars less than the $11.4 billion earned in 2019. Dark times indeed, but even in the midst of this once-in-a-lifetime human tragedy, art and the pursuit of storytelling continued to thrive.

]]> Thu, 31 Dec 2020 11:47:59 GMT https://movieweb.com/best-movies-of-2020/ After more than two years of fan demand, Warner Bros. is finally going to #ReleaseTheSnyderCut. Director Zack Snyder never got to realize his vision for Justice League, which originally hit theaters in November 2017. But the studio is now giving Snyder the resources he needs to bring his vision to life, with the Snyder Cut set to be released on HBO Max next year.

]]> Tue, 26 May 2020 10:15:00 GMT https://movieweb.com/snyder-cut-justice-league-release-date-details/